FAQs

What time should I take The POE?

There is no "right" time to take your daily dose of The POWER of Elderberries. Many of our customers take their dose as part of their morning routine, but we also have a number of customers who take theirs before bed instead to help with stuffy noses/sinuses at night. It's really whatever works best for you.

Where is your local raw honey from?

We use local raw honey from South Carolina. However, we have many customers that use our elderberry syrup and are finding relief that live all over the country! The raw honey that is used in our elderberry syrup is never pasteurized from the time it leaves the hive to when you ingest it in our elderberry syrup. This ensures all of the active enzymes and health benefits stay intact.

When will I receive my order?

The shipping timeline all depends on when you place your order. We use priority shipping and most customers receive their order within 2-3 days. If there is a upcoming federal holiday, shipping might be delayed. We do our best to ship our products fast and efficiently to you. If you have any questions regarding shipping feel free to contact us.

Does this elderberry syrup have a thick consistency, like other syrups?

No. Our elderberry syrup is a juice-like consistency, which customers love. Some syrups may be thickened using fillers; however, our elderberry syrup is handcrafted using only the purest ingredients from nature and nothing more.

Should I shake your elderberry syrup before I use it?

Shaking our elderberry syrup is not necessary. You will not find any sediment at the bottom of our bottles. Open and enjoy our delicious, smooth tasting elderberry syrup!

Is this elderberry syrup good for indigestion/acid reflux?

The combination of ingredients used in our elderberry syrup has supported many customers with indigestion.

Where do you get your elderberries to make this elderberry syrup?

To ensure the best quality and potency, we get our elderberries organically sourced from Bulgaria. The elderberry plant is native to Europe, thus having the highest level of anthocyanins (medicinal benefits) when grown there.

Where is this elderberry syrup produced?

We produce our elderberry syrup in a commercial kitchen in Myrtle Beach, SC. Safety and hygiene of making our elderberry syrup, along where we get our ingredients is of upmost importance to us.

Do you offer fundraising opportunities?

Yes! If your school or non-profit is in need of a fundraiser, we love to support you. Please contact us at info@ThePOWERofElderberries.com.

Where can you ship your elderberry syrup? Can you ship to Canada?

We ship nationwide. At this time we do not ship to Canada.

How many grams of sugar?

The sugar content in our elderberry syrup comes directly from local raw honey. Unlike some elderberry products, we do not use any artificial sweeteners, refined sugar or high fructose corn syrup/corn syrup.

Child serving: 1 Tsp = 1 gram

Adult serving: 1 Tablespoon = 4 grams

Please click on the product image, under the shop page, to view the complete supplement facts label.

What is the suggested dosage of this elderberry syrup?

Suggested Use: Daily Immune Support

• 1-2 Years of Age: 1/2 Teaspoon
• 3-12 Years of Age: 1 Teaspoon
• Adults: 1 Tablespoon

Suggested Use: For Additional Support

• Continue every 3 hours, up to 5 times daily until symptoms subside. 

I have an autoimmune disease, should I take this elderberry syrup?

For those with an autoimmune disease, we advise to contact your physician or healthcare professional prior to using any new herbal supplement. 

Does this elderberry syrup interact with other medications?

If you are taking any medications or other herbal supplements, we advise to contact your physician or healthcare professional prior to using any new herbal supplement.

How long does this elderberry syrup last?

For best quality and taste our elderberry syrup should be consumed within 90 days after opening. In addition, you can find the "best by" date on the bottom of each bottle.

Is this elderberry syrup safe to take while pregnant or nursing?

We advise contacting your healthcare professional prior to using any new herbal supplement while pregnant or nursing.

Does this elderberry syrup need to be refrigerated?

Yes! For quality assurance and consumer safety, please keep our elderberry syrup refrigerated.  To maintain best quality and freshness refrigeration is required upon arrival. 

Is this elderberry syrup safe for babies?

No. Our elderberry syrup contains local raw honey. Children under the age of one year should NOT consume honey. We advise to contact your pediatrician prior to giving your child any new herbal supplement.

What makes this elderberry syrup different compared to other elderberry syrups?

Please visit The POE Difference page to learn more about the many differences of our elderberry syrup.

What are the ingredients of this elderberry syrup?

Purified water, local raw honey, certified organic European elder (berries) (Sambucus nigra), certified organic fresh ginger root, certified organic cinnamon sticks, and certified organic whole cloves. To learn more about each of these ingredients, please visit "our ingredients" on our website.

What does this elderberry syrup taste like?

Your taste buds will enjoy the flavor profiles of each fresh ingredient from nature in our elderberry syrup. Customers often say it reminds them of "apple butter”.  The ingredients used are not only added to enhance the taste of our elderberry syrup, but they too contribute their own health benefits.

How often should I take elderberry syrup?

Some customers choose to follow the suggested dosage for daily immune support, while other's choose to take our elderberry syrup only during times of seasonal challenge. Take it daily, seasonally or when you're symptomatic as a natural alternative.  The choice is yours!

Are there any side effects when taking this elderberry syrup?

The consumption of elderberries may cause digestive discomfort.  If you or a child experience this, decrease the suggested use and take with food. 

Is there a chance for an allergic reaction while consuming this elderberry syrup?

Yes. Just like any new food or herb, we advise taking your first dose of our elderberry syrup with caution to be sure you do not have an allergic reaction.  In addition, anyone who is allergic to honey, berries, or spices (ginger root, cinnamon or whole cloves) should also be cautious when choosing to consume this product. Please seek medical attention immediately if an allergic reaction occurs.